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June 5 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and I'm proud that the City of Mountlake Terrace will sign a proclamation declaring it so at the City Council Meeting...
Every Wednesday, a retired VP of operations from Edmonds shows up at a local senior's door with a hot meal and a few minutes of conversation.
On Tuesdays, a bilingual...
Protecting the people’s right to know in Washington state is a constant battle that is getting even harder. That’s a tough message to deliver, especially during Sunshine Week.
Sunshine Week...
In the heart of South Snohomish County, a longstanding community organization is taking a bold step to address one of the region’s most urgent challenges: access to affordable, culturally...
My public comments at the Mountlake Terrace City Council meeting on Feb. 26, 2026.
Mayor Woodard, fellow councilmembers,
115 years ago, Seattle opened the Hiawatha Community Center in West Seattle. Last...
Crime victim services in Washington are facing a serious funding cliff, and consequences will be felt in communities like ours if action is not taken this legislative session.
Dawson Place...
Every year, Edmonds Comedy Night proves something powerful: Laughter builds community.
What began as a fun evening out has grown into one of the Edmonds School District PTA Council’s most...
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Cryptocurrency kiosks — often designed to look like bank ATMs — are increasingly common in Washington stores, but they are not FDIC-insured and are far less regulated. While they...
As an Edmonds City Councilmember, a CPA and longtime community member, I’ve seen firsthand how strong schools strengthen our entire community. On Feb. 10, voters in the Edmonds School...
Ramadan is a meaningful month observed by Muslims around the world and within our local community. It is a time centered on reflection, self awareness, and connection to others....
Over the next 10 months, residents of Snohomish County have a unique opportunity to improve our elections and government. As a chartered county, we have the power to decide...
I am reaching out for help from parents in our state to ask their legislators to support the Bill for Washington schools to adopt cardiac emergency response plans (CERP)...
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While I was watching the Chicago Bears versus Green Bay Packers football game on Saturday evening, at half time, Channel 13 has a “local half time show.” And there...
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The holidays are a time for family, festivities, and - unfortunately, since we’re still in a pandemic -- getting sick. Wastewater...
First, thank you to everyone who voted for me for Mountlake Terrace City Council, stopped to talk, offered encouragement or simply listened. The conversations I had with residents showed...
Editor:
If you live in the state of Washington, your tax dollars are being used to build a new baseball stadium in downtown Everett.
In fact, the City of Everett is...
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I’ll be supporting Sam Doyle for Mountlake City Council Position 1 this November. After meeting with her, hearing her responses at the candidates forum and reading about her experience,...
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I am a proud volunteer and supporter of Judge Tam Bui in her campaign for the Court of Appeals seat.
I first met Judge Bui in 2023, when I was...
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After meeting William Paige Jr. several times and spending time doorbelling my neighborhood with him, I strongly recommend we make sure he stays on the Mountlake Terrace City Council....
